Recall 09V107000: 2008–2009 Autocar ACX

Report received

Apr 1, 2009

Manufacturer

AUTOCAR, LLC

Potentially affected

129vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Autocar is recalling 129 my 2008-2009 acx heavy duty class 8 vehicles. The fasteners that secure the fire extinguisher container to the cab may chafe against the body of the fire extinguisher mounted under the seat. Prolonged chafing may result in a hole which will cause the extinguisher to discharge.

Possible consequence

The discharge of the fire extinguisher may affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect, repair and replace the necessary components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before april 30, 2009. Owners may contact autocar at 1-765-489-5499.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Autocar ACX0 complaints
• 2009 Autocar ACX0 complaints